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Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1887-06-25
CORRESPONDENCE
NEWS OF THE COUNTY.
"ovER THE MOUNTAIN. y

The young ladies and gentlemen
in the vicinity of Gerardstown held
their sixteenth annual Picnic at
Grantham's Ford, on Back Greek,
Saturday, June 18th, which was
largely attended, the number pres
ent being u youngsters, some per-
haps not SO young, but anyhow they
felt so / am sure, as they entered
into every imaginable pleasure with
the same gusto as of yore. This
was the largest number yet in at
tendance, and no doubt tits true
saying: "The more the merrier."
Well, this must have been one of
the ''times," for to look into each
happy face, hear their cheerful voices
and ringing laughter, one could not
imagine a happier throng. The
Gerardstown Brass Band added
to the pleasure of the occasion
which every one present seemed to
know how to appreciate. The day
was much of the right temperture
Tin the shade) only where it was too
warm, and the beautiful scenery,
green fields, the placid waters of
Back Greek, rolling slowly by, all
added to the lover of nature and of
art. The boys took their bath.
Some came back minus a collar,
shoe, or perhaps hat. All added
to the pleasure of the fun-seekers,
at somebody's expense but they all
took it good naturedly. The drive
was lovely one. After dinner was
served, and all partook, with the
same feeling and like, sob, l
know you're hungry" all were invit-
ed to the hospitable residence of
Hon. M. S. Granthman and spent
the evening in social conversation,
music, etc. The Hon. Judge and
his most excellent lady, did every
possible thing for the enjoyment of
all and everybody, which was most
highly appreciated.
We were told that Assessor Mil
Ter, was the only person in attend
ance that had history connected
with his pic-nicing; and that is, he
has attended all of them sixteen con-
secutive years. Don't think we
mean you are growing old, Mr.. As
SCISSOR, not at all you know you
used to swear dresses" Perhaps
that was your commencement.
Well, we will not give more lengthy
account, as, no doubt, zone"
last winter will be in here
directly with a whole hand full of
''copy" giving glowing description
of his drive and picnic, and many
other condolences, which / will re-
frain from giving, as the editor is
walking the floor steadily, for fear
I'll "freeze'' up here. and the typos
are trying to work but are nervous,
and the "divip is twitching about
uneasily for fear I'll look at him ;
so l suppose after saying we all ate
hearty supper, and turned our
faces eastward for delightful drive
home which cannot be easily forgot
ten, and expressing many thanks to
the committee for their remem-
brance, we will close. anna.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1887-06-25

been at work among Mr.. j. M. Van
metres sheep, though / believe that
only two were killed this time
Harvest is hurrying along, and
farmers are anxious to get through
in time to attend Martinsburg's big
celebration of the Glorious Fourth.
Mr.. and Mrs. &c Custer, of Mar
tinsburg, were here last Sunday. be-
ing the guest of their daughter, Mrs.
B. I. Wageley, of Horace's Gap.
QUAD.
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Renews Her Youth.

Mrs. Phoebe Chesley, Peterson, Clay Co.,
Iowa, tells the following remarkable story,
the truth OF which is vouched for by the
residents of the town: 81 am 70 years old
have been troubled with kidney complaint
and lameness for many year could not
dress myself without help. Now am free
from all pain and soreness, and am able
TO do all my own housework. / owe my
thanks to Electric Bitters for having re-
newed my youth, and removed completely
all disease and PAIN"
Try bottle, only Scots at T.. G. Will
liams & Bros. Drug Store.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1887-06-25

THE GLORIOUS FOURTH. The COM
ing celebration of the Forth of July
at Martinsburg promises to eclipse any
thing of the kind ever witnessed in the
Shenandoah Valley. From every or
ganization invited favorable replies have
been received, and on every hand the
signs of earnest work are manifold.
Among the organizations that have al
ready accepted invitations to be present
are the fire companies, militia and City
Band of Frederick, two fire companies,
two bands and Light Infantry of Win
chester, Va, the Shepherd Fire De-
partment of this place, Old Veteran
Fire Company of Baltimore. fire COM
panies, bands and Bicycle Club of Hag-
erstown, fire company of Shippensburg,
Pa, also of Harrisburg, and others to
the number OF twenty-five. Ample en-
tertainment win be furnished for 81
600 visitors. Editor Charles Burdette
Hart, of the Wheeling Daily Intelligent
GER, Hon. A. r. Boteler. of Washington,
and other orators will be present. The
trades display will be an attractive af-
fair in itself, in which numerous firms
of Baltimore and Ohio will be repre-
sented. Excursion rates have been se-
cured over all roads, and the best of en-
tertainment and the warmest hospitali-
ty will be extended to all visitors. -
ShepherdstotVn Register.
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HEDGESvILE.

Among recent arrivals are Miss
Downs, of Iowa, Mrs. Dorsey, moth
er of Rev. j. o. Dorsey, Of Wash
ington, Mr.. Hoyt and wife, Sharps-
burg, Mrs. Kate Bowen, White Hall,
Va.
Childrens' Day at M. E. Churh ON
Sunday last, was largely attended
and addresses by Rev. Smith and
Mr.. Chapman, were appropriate and
instructive.
Mrs. Kyner, who had been visit
ing her daughter, Mrs. G. M. Brown,
has returned to her home.
Mrs. Mary McAllister, after pro
longed sojourn in the country, is
again in our midst.
Mr.. Lee Lingamfelter is rapidly
bringing to completion his contract
Of tin roofing the barn of Geo. New
kirk.
Rev. LEVEL preached at Berkeley
Springs on Sunday last.
Miss Jane Jamison, Of Toma-
hawk, is visiting in this village, as
the guest of the Misses hversole.
1t is rumored that Mr.. Chapman,
of Shanghai, will be one among our
new residents this coming fall.
Miss Kate Stuckey, of Ohio, who
has been east for the past month,
will return to hea home in early day.
REPORTER.
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The Worlds" Balloon Rises 10000
Feet-Adventures of the Party.

ST. Louis, June ls.-A telegram
to the Post Dispatch from the
Worlds balloon correspondent, DUFF
fly, says that they were compelled to
land at Hoffman, Clinton county, Hi
nois, near Centralia, at 8:l5 o'clock
last night. Aeronaut Moore receiv-
ed a very painful injury before start
ing yesterday, and messages from
Centralia state that this and the Civ
ing out of the gas were the causes
assigned for the descent. None of
the other occupants Of the car were
hurt, and the balloon was securely
anchored without tear.
The descent of the big balloon was
caused by the poor quality of gas
and the illness of Aeronaut Moore,
who lost much blood from the acct
dent to his hand. He tainted dur
ing the ascent. The party went up
10000 feet. Hazen says the trip
which, which was full of exciting in
cidents, was scientifically successful.
The balloon will be taken to st.
Douis, whence another start will I'M
doubtedly be made.
The balloon attained the height of
$4,000 feet above the surface OF the
earth yesterday at 500 p. M, ac-
cording to the markings of the in
struments of United States Signal
Officer Hazen, who was one of the
four in the car of the balloon. This
is the highest on record in America.
At this point the thermometer
marked go Fahrenheit. Cores
pendent Duffy says it seemed very
cold, coming from heat of $50 in
the shade of an hour before, The
air ship left the earth as If reluctant
to depart; but once on its voyage
upward, it gained speed rapidly and
was quickly among the feecy clouds
which partially obscured the earth
as thick veil. Doughty is photo
graphing the earth Duffy is writ
ing his sketch. Hazen looks up
from his instruments amazed, and
sees Eronaut Moore helpless, the
loss of blood from his injury having
rendered him senseless. Hazen sang
out, Were going too fast" There
is much excitement, but it Gains in a
minute, for the instrument records a
falling. Again the signal officer
gives warning, eve are falling
dreadfully," and losses handful OF
circulars. They shoot upwards.
Moore, half aroused, realized the
peril, and calls all hands to drop
ballast. The sand falls scarcely fast
err than the car, and the earth seems
to fly upward. Rivers, fields, houses
spread out as a vast map, growing
terribly each minute. Moore sings
out, Something wrong, boys. If
we don't stop her, we are lost" One
thousand feet from earth and still
tumbling madly; 700 and the drag
rope touches earth 600 and the
check is perceptible. At 400 the
balloon skins along, falling no
more the 800 feet of drag rope
resting on the earth gave the relief.
More ballast was thrown out, and
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1887-06-25

THE Board of Education met last
week. There was no change made, ex-
cept in the colored school. John Cor
sey was elected Principal, vice Henry
Carter, deposed. George Green was
elected assistant teacher.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1887-06-25

The sixth annual session Of the in
ter-state w. G. I. IT,, conference and
School of Methods will be held at
Moutain Lake Park, July rs, 20. Mrs.
Lathrop, of Michigan Mrs. Clara Hoff-
man, of Missouri John b. Linch and
other prominent speakers with the Sill
yer Lake Quartet will be present. The
usual excursion rates have been pro-
cured. A large attendance is assured.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1887-06-25

OUR local editor has been having a
splendid time in the city of Baltimore.
He writes that Martinsburg is still en-
titled to the palm Of beauty. He has
seen few Hecubas there, but thinks
that a certain Venus of this city ac-
cords more perfectly with his ideal OF
beauty.
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MOUNT ZION.

Rev. Mr.. Robertson, of your town,
has arranged to preach at this church
on the third Sunday of each month,
and in pursuance ofsaid arrangement
occupied the pulpit here on the 18th
inst and preached good sermon to
fair sized audience.
understand that dogs have again
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1887-06-25

QUITE large crowd, accompanied
the M. g. Band, attended the Engi-
neers' and Firemens' Association ex-
cursion to Bay Ridge last Wednesday.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1887-06-25

AND now the mosquito is considered
of more Importance than is generally
allowed this creature of nature. 1t at
tracts our attention, demands our Wig
lance, and causes us to exercise great
precaution even during the stiffness Of
the night watches.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1887-06-25

Weak lungs, splitting of blood, consump-
ton, and kindred affections, cured without
physician. Address for treatise, with two
stamps, WORLDS DIsPENsARy MEDICAL
ASSOCIATION, Buffalo, N. u.
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THE SPIRIT of Jefferson says can
important event in Judge Beckwith' 8
household necessitated an adjourn
ment of Court for one day last week
It's a boy.N
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1887-06-25

Mr.. JAMES WEsTALL and Miss
Henrietta HODGE, of this city were mar.
ried Sunday evening last.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1887-06-25

A PLEASANT shower on Monday
night allayed the dust and made the
warm weather more endurable.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1887-06-25

OWING to the rain Tuesday night the
M. @. Band postponed their weekly
concert.
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NO. 8.
LOCAL JOTTINGS.
GRANT PITzER, Local Editor

Hon. G. j. FAULKNER made fly
ing visit to Washington one day last
week.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1887-03-03
G'wINE TO BE AN ANGEL.
A Colored Man Is Today Scared by an
Empty Caslxet Joke.

Empty Casket Joke.
Mr.. II. Carter and a oolored employe
went out to the Sunset depot the other
day for the purpose OF unloading and re-
ceiying a consignment Of burial caskets.
In unloading them, some OF the Baskets
were laid on the ground and others were
stood on an end. A negro watched the
matter with awe, and evidently seemed
TO think there had been catastrophe
somewhere and the Baskets were nlled
with bodies. Mr.. Carter noticed this and
was determined TO have some fun.
Winking ut RUFF, he said. SAY, RUFF.
what do you mean by standing that old
woman on her headY Just put her down
carefully" RYfe answered, "All right,
Boss" and reckoning the colOred by
stsnder, they went to the casket and
laid 1t down tenderly. Then they
went to the other csskets standing up
and served them In the same way. As
they came to one, the negro bystander
put his arms around IL preparatory to
lowering 1t, when Carter cried out 10 ap-
parent alarm: "Be careful how you
handle that, the poor man died from q
bad case OF smallpox, and he's danger
GUS" The negro dropped that casket as
II II were red hot aud rushed from the
depot. Since then he's been going
round consulting all the doctors who
listen to him, and has attended church
regular because he is got an Idea that he
has the smallpox, sure, and that he is
"g'wine to be an angel"
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1887-03-03
New Suits in District Court.

Alfred Giles vs.. j. L. Ross ct al, suit
on note.
John McGrath vs. s. A. & A. p. rail-
way company, for damages.
Jacob KOelbin VS.. s. A. 81 A. p. rail-
way company, for debt.
Executor OF T. W. Peirce vs.. ]. V.
Dignowity, for partition.
Harry j. Hastle VS.. G., II. & S.A. rail-
way company, for damages. /.
Haydens & Allen vs. Alex Varga, on
note.
J. B. Sickles & Co. vs.. Alex varga, on
note.
Maria M. A. Duff vs.. N. r. Duff, for
divorce.
Conrad Pape vs.. l. & G. N. railway
company, for damages.
Theresa Hauer VS.. Louis Hauer, for
divorce.
L. CARA VS.. Tom Harrison ct al, on
note and to foreclose lien.
Wheeler d Wilson Manufacturing
company VS.. s. N. WooteD, appeal from
Justices court.
NJ. B. Stephenson vs.. Missouri Pacific
railway company, appeal from Justices
court.
c. W. Prescott vs.. Missouri Pacific
railway company, damages.
l.. 81 M. woodruff vs.. Polk & Granger,
debt.
B. Oppenheimer vs.. Thos. Ruckman,
tranfer OF judgment from county court.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1887-03-03
ARKANSAS PASS NOTES.
Some Interesting Items Respecting tn
Organization of the Route.

Some Interesting Items Respecting the
Organization of the Route.
President Lott and Traffic Manager
Yoakum have returned home from Chi
cago, where they have been in attend
ance at the Texas Traffic association
meeting.
II has been decided to open the north
western route as far as Boerne or. the
10th instant.
The Arkansas Pass road passes through
fifteen counties, containing over 100000
square miles; 2l0 miles are now in opera
tion and ERE the year closes 1t is expect
ed that nearly 1000 miles of road will be
worked.
The hotel at Kennedy accommodating
fifty guests and depot are nearly COM
pleted. Rudolph Meyer Is the architect
and Walter Peasants contractor.
Plans are being prepared for a capaci-
GUS hotel at Ingleside, and it is expected
that the little city by the sea will boom
during the summer season.
Rand, Mentally & Co., are preparing a
handsome and unique "folder" for the
Arkansas Pass railroad.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1887-03-03
Change in Mission Hose Officers.

The Mission Hose company met last
night when, TO the regret of all, Foreman
II. G. Miller announced that pressure of
business compelled him to resign. The
resignation was accepted and the follow
ing changes made:
Assistant Foreman T. II. Abbott was
elected foreman; First Director George
Caen elected assistant foreman, vice
Abbott; Robert Laumann, assistant hose
director, to be first hose director, vice
Caen; A. Baldus, to be assistant hose
director.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1887-03-03
ODDS AND ENDS.

Jones. OF Pamela, needs a tougher
cuticle as well rs more brains.
The erection OF a city hall is Of sec
ondary Importance to the construction
Of sewers and can be postponed, with
out inconv We nience, for several wears to
come. 1t Is perilous to the health Of the
city and its reputation as health re-
sort, to postpone sewerage.
The prohibitionists, should they suo-
coed, will only close the saloons In or
der to open innumerable jugs, as was
done In Atlanta. The rich will suffer no
Inconvenience, since they can buy liquor
by the barrel and keep IL at their homes,
but poor men will be practically denied
the privilege OF taking toddies.
Experience has conclusively demon
strated that prohibition does not begin
to put stop to the sale OF liquor, or d.
minish intemperance. III none wished
70 drink, a prohiblIory law would be
useless;-but, where men desire to drink,
such law will be evaded In q hundred
ways. Prohibition Is q first-elass fall
ure in Maine and Kansas, and wherever
1t has been tried, and 1t always will be
SO. Men rebel against suoh interfer-
ence with their personal liberty.
The stookmen of west Texas should
see to 1t, that meat refrigerating es-
Establishment is located at San
Antonio. Two thirds of the cat
tie in Texas are located in
west Texas, and for that reason the
refrigerator should be 10 West Texas,
near to the beef supply. The railroad
facilities possessed by San Antonio point
1t out as the proper location for 1t. The
stockmen will be very short-sIghted 10
case they "glve the cold shoulder" to an
enterprise in which they are SO vitality
interested.
The governor of West Virginia has
ignored the federal constitution, by ap-
pointing q senator to succeed Mr.. Cam
den, whose term expires on March 4.
Article q section OF the federal con-
stitutiOn authorizes the governor OF a
state to appoint senators, temporarily,
''if vacancies happen by resignation or
otherwise, during the recess Of the leg
islature," but not where legislature fails
to elect a senator to fill new term.
The meaning Of the word "otherwise,"
Is controlled by the word "resignstion ="
and refers to vacancy happening by
the death, expulsion, insanity, or ineligi-
bility OF a senator. rhe senate has, on
several occasions, decided this question,
as 1t is here stated.
The legislature has "done the things
1t ought not to have done, and left I'M
done the things It ought 70 have DONE"
and is a pitisble failure. The fault lies
with the people who elected such I'M
suitable men to the body In which is
lodged the law-making power OF the
state.
1t is very likely that the counties that
have been afflicted with the drouth In
the Panhandle, will be similarly afflicted
In 1887. Natural causes cannot be
changed by men. The inhabitants oil
the drouth-smitten counties had better
move out of them. BAT.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1887-03-03

The drought is causing a remarkably
late spring, and instead of the city be-
ing with verdure clad" as is usual at
this season Of the year. there Is scarcely
any sign OF fruition. Nature seems to
cry for rain and when that comes, all
will be well.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1887-03-03

Col. Belknap has sold bis fine. new
residence recently built by him north Of
the city, to MIR. George, and yesterday
purchased block Of city lots just east
OF the street car stables from Messrs.
Adams & Wickes, at private terms, and,
1t is understood, will soon erect two
residences thereon, one Of which will be
used by himself and family.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1887-03-03
B. Smith 81 Son,

Who are strictly first-olass merchant
tailors, are now receiving fine line OF
spring and summer suitings OF German,
English, Scotch and French goods. Our
prices are sway down." Satisfaction
and fit guaranteed. Call on them and
price their goods before purchasing else
where. Il. SMITH q Son,
l2.9-tf No. A West Commerce st.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1887-03-03

Complaint is made that contractors
In unloading rock on Alamo plaza for
the new Adams & Wiokes block, place
1t in the way Of passing street cars.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1887-03-03

ONE OF our live business men q few
days ago said to the LIGHT manager:
my cash sales have increased 800 a
day since my advertisement has been in
your paper" He lie now thoroughly
convinced that advertising pays.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1887-03-03
Markets by Telegraph.
Expressly reported for the LIGHT by z.
Palmer & Co.. 81 Soledad street.

Expressly reported for the LIGHT by z. G
Palmer & Co.. 81 Soledad street,
LIVERPOOL, March 3.-Cotton futures
opened firm. Marh.April. 5.lOG5.lld. Closed
firm. March-Aplil, 5.l2d sold.
New YORK, March a. Cotton - Futures
opened firm. March, 94909.5Oc; April, 9 5s;
May, 9.67Gt9 81; June. 9.76G9.T7; July, ass
9.S4; August, $500 90.
NEW York, March 8, -p. m.-Cotton
Futures-Second Call-Yery steady. March,
9.5l59 53c: April. 9.59d960c; May, 9.6Sd9 6e;
June, 9.76G9.77; July, 9.S+19.S6; August,
9.9OG9.9l. Sales, $1,000 bales.
NEW YORK, March3, I2:4O, p.m.-Stock Market
Delaware and Lackawana, l35h; st. Paul, 92Iz I;
Western Union, 75S.
CHICAGO, March 8, l2:I7, p. m.-Grain and
Provision Market - Wheat = May delivery,
79lkc. Corn - May delivery, 39Be Pork
May delivery, $500. Lard-May delivery,
$7.f2H.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1887-03-03
HOUSE FURNISHING GOODS!

Pique aud Honey Comb Spreads,
Lace Curtains, Crestonnes, Linen
and Turkey Red Damask, Nap
kiBs, Towels, Toweling. etc.
r. duced to prices which are
bound to take. We respectfully
invite the ladies to call and see
our Cloak and Hosiery Depart
ments, and see prices that will
astonish them. Do not fail to
visit every department In the
house, for reductions have been
made on everything.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1887-03-03

Commercial Traveler-"Do you know
that one Of the regular drummers in this
country is full-blooded Japanese?"
Omaha Merchant-"No, 1 never heard Of
it." swell he is one of the most sue
cessful drummers on the road, and we
would all like him If it wasn't for one
fault" "Eh! What's that ?" swell, you
see be has the Oriental tendency to ex-
aggerate the qualities Of his goods."-
Omaha World.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1887-03-03
Volume VII-Number 81.
GRAND CLEARING SALE!
On Account Of Removal,

ground
will shortly
will Monday "a offer the GRANDESr
marked
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1887-03-03
The Latest rrippls Extracts fArsn,

Baltimore Beauty, Boquet de Saratoga, Fair
mount Park, Florida Orange Blossom, Prin-
cess Ida. Sunny South, Fedora, Mabel Sweet,
Rose. Knights Templar, vergiss Mein Nicht
Boston Boquet, and nifty more odors. 70 Be
had only at Henry A. Blair's drug store, No.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1887-03-03

First gentleman (eDtering apartment
of second gentleman)-"About a year
ago you challenged me to fight a duel ?"
Second gentleman (sternly)-'I did.
sir" First G.-"And l told you | had
just been married, and did not wish 10
risk my life at such hazard" Second G.
(haughtily)-"I remember, SIR" First G.
(bitterly)-"Well, my feelings have I'M
dergone change; any time you want to
fight let me know. Bon jour."-Frenoh
Fun